What
planet do we live on? This planet is the third planet from the sun and
the only one known to have life. Find out by looking here.

This
planet is the largest planet in our solar system.
What is the name of this planet?

Saturn
is the sixth planet from the sun and has a very
different appearance. What is so special about this
planet?

What
is the center of the solar system? Visit this site
to find out
interesting facts about this topic.

Real World
Activity
Exploring Other Planets

Let's imagine that we are astronauts
on a space mission. We are traveling in a spaceship to all of the
different planets in our solar system. On this mission, you will
spacewalk to explore and find out facts on the planet of your choice.
You will then draw a picture of this planet and write down some
interesting facts about it to share with your classmates. Go to this solar system
website to learn about your favorite planet.

Steps for Real World
Activity

Step 1: Discuss the job of an
astronaut.
Step 2: Visit the solar system website to learn about and pick out your
favorite planet.
Step
3: I will give you paper. You will need to write down 5 interesting
facts about your planet.
Step 4: Draw and color a picture of your planet.
Step 5: Share our facts with classmates.